BOTOX® – Marysville, OH
Smooth Out Your Wrinkles & Discover New Confidence
Time sneaks up on everyone. Signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles, are certainly nothing to be embarrassed about. However, you might still wish to turn back the clock on your appearance, and our Marysville cosmetic dentistry team would love to assist you! We are pleased to offer BOTOX injections to help you look years younger so you can discover new confidence. Contact us today to learn more or request a consultation. We look forward to helping you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Why Choose Northwest Family Dental Marysville for BOTOX?
- BOTOX for Cosmetic & TMJ Treatment
- Dermal Fillers Also Available
- Highly Trained & Skilled Dental Team
What Is BOTOX?
BOTOX is the brand name attached to a diluted form of botulinum toxin. While that might sound a bit intimidating, the way it works is relatively simple. When it is carefully injected into the facial muscles, it limits their movements. Therefore, the skin on top of those muscles takes on a smoother, younger appearance.
BOTOX also has some medical applications. For example, our team can use it as a means to relieve the pain of TMJ disorder.
The effects of BOTOX usually become noticeable after several days, and they can last for 3 – 6 months at a time.
Who Is a Good Candidate for BOTOX?
BOTOX might be right for you if:
- You are concerned about signs of aging. BOTOX can effectively diminish the appearance of dynamic wrinkles, such as crow’s feet, lines between the eyebrows, horizontal forehead lines, and lines around the mouth.
- You are in your late 20s or older. The minimum legal age for BOTOX is 18, but most people wait until signs of aging appear to get started with treatment.
- You do not have contraindications for BOTOX. We will have to learn about your medical history to determine if BOTOX is a low-risk treatment for you.
The Benefits of BOTOX
BOTOX offers some pretty amazing benefits, including the following:
- Quick, minimally invasive procedure. You can receive BOTOX injections in a short office visit, with little to no downtime required afterward. You can return to your daily activities almost immediately.
- Temporary but long-lasting results. You will enjoy visible improvements for 3 – 6 months before follow-up treatments are needed.
- Boosts self-confidence. You may feel more comfortable and satisfied with your appearance after treatment. This can positively affect your social interactions and overall well-being.
- Natural-looking results. When it is administered by a skilled professional, the results of BOTOX treatment can look remarkably natural.
BOTOX® FAQs
Is BOTOX® safe?
Yes, as long as your dentist in Marysville uses a small dose of botulinum toxin, which is FDA-approved, you will remain safe. There is a chance that you will experience adverse side effects if the injections are not prepared according to FDA standards or if you undergo treatment by an untrained, inexperienced professional.
Fortunately, our team at Northwest Family Dental is highly trained in providing BOTOX treatment. Dr. Miller has a certification and membership with the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics (AAFE).
Does BOTOX® remove wrinkles?
Yes, BOTOX blocks the signals from the nerves to the muscles so that the muscles will not contract. This makes any age lines soften and relax, including crow’s feet, forehead lines, frown lines, and those that form around the lips. However, if you have wrinkles that are caused by sun damage or gravity, it is unlikely that BOTOX will help.
There are two types of wrinkles: dynamic and static wrinkles. Dynamic ones are those caused by muscle movement. BOTOX is a good option to treat these. Static ones, however, are caused by a loss of elasticity and collagen or sun damage. Fillers tend to be more effective when treating these types of wrinkles.
While preventive BOTOX won’t prevent all wrinkles, it can minimize their appearance.
What happens if I stop BOTOX® injections?
If you choose to stop receiving BOTOX, you can expect that your wrinkles will eventually return. While it may be slower than if you had not received BOTOX, they will come back, but you will still appear much younger than if you had never been injected.
Over time, your facial muscles will begin to work normally, which is why the age lines become more visible; however, they will not worsen. Much of your appearance will depend on how long you have received injections and what kind of wrinkles and fine lines you had when you started BOTOX treatment.
Should I go to my dentist for BOTOX®?
Yes, you are encouraged to visit your dentist for BOTOX, as they specialize in treating the oral and maxillofacial areas. The extensive training they complete ensures they are qualified to administer this type of treatment. Not to mention, they have daily experience injecting cranial nerves in sensitive areas of the head.
Choosing to see Dr. Miller for BOTOX is a smart decision. He is familiar with potential complications that can arise in your facial area, which means he can quickly remedy any problem should one occur.
Unlike others who administer BOTOX, dentists prioritize lip-to-teeth ratio, how your smile will react to treatment, and how your pearly whites relate to the soft tissue around the injected areas.